“Control’s inspired narrative is framed by cinematic visuals, clever environment design and a set of standout performances, the experience complemented by a deeply satisfying combat system that makes for an electrifying, unmissable narrative juggernaut that will invade your dreams and probe your psyche.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Stunning particle effects
- Inspired art direction
- Seamlessly melding live‑action and voice‑over performances
- Mixing crunchy gunplay with satisfying psychic abilities
- Action‑packed gameplay
- Rich storytelling
Points of Contention
- Starts quite slow
- A few structural compromises
- Ending feels rushed
- Story falls flat
- Hitching and texture issues
- Side missions feel like filler
Professional Reviews
4 reviews from 4 critics“Control is one of 2019’s best, hands down.”
“Control creates a captivating, oddball world that never loses the thread of its supernatural tale.”
Control delivers satisfying combat, refined abilities, and a visually stunning experience with strong acting. However, its sprawling narrative fails to cohere, and technical issues alongside filler side missions detract from the overall experience.
